Pop Culture Hiroshima 2026

Running since 2017, Pop Culture Hiroshima uses anime songs and cosplay to carry the message that “peace is fun” from Hiroshima to the world. This year, around 36 guest cosplayers from 18 countries and regions are taking part.

Highlights

・ International Cosplayer Performance Stage: Sat 14:25– and Sun 15:00–, hosted by leading Japanese cosplayer Reika

・ Cosplay Parade along Hondori shopping street: Sat 12:00– (planned)

・ Aozora Brass Ensemble: Sat 13:15–

・ Cosucare LIVE☆StarS cosplay anisong live: Sat 13:50–

・ Aki Hiroshima Bushotai: Sat 15:10–. This samurai troupe brings Mōri Motonari and his clan to life with sword fighting and rock-fuelled dance.

・ Otomachi Quartet string quartet: Sun 13:00–

・ Hiroshima Anison King anime song karaoke contest: Sun 13:35–

・ DJ Waka in the foyer on both days

・ Overall MC: artist and cosplayer Takeshita Hikari

For cosplayers and photographers

・ Main photo area: NTT Credo Hall and its foyer.

・ Orizuru Tower: Cosplay photography is also allowed there on both days, under its own guidelines and equipment limits.

・ Changing rooms: ¥2,000 per day plus fees, booked in advance only through LivePocket. There are no same-day tickets.

・ No changing room: Cosplayers who arrive already in costume, and photographers, can attend free with no registration.

・ No-photo zones: Photography isn’t allowed in some parts of the Pacela complex, including the 6F Sky Patio and the outdoor skywalk stairs.

・ Before you go: Read the full rules on the Cosquerade website. No printed rules are handed out on the day.